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- Grumpy Cat, the famed Instagram star with a permanent frown, died this week at age seven.
- The cat first went viral in 2012, and brought in millions for her owners through public appearances and endorsement deals.
- Here's how Grumpy Cat rose to notoriety and brought happiness to many with her memorable miserable demeanor.
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The beloved internet sensation Grumpy Cat died this week at the age of 7, his owners announced on Instagram.
In a Friday morning post shared with her 2.5 million Instagram followers, Grumpy Cat's owners wrote that the cat with a perpetual frown had passed away due to complications associated with a recent urinary tract infection.
"Besides being our baby and a cherished member of the family, Grumpy Cat has helped millions of people smile all around the world - even when times were tough," the statement from her owners said.
The famous internet star, who first rose to fame in 2012, raked in millions of dollars for her owner. Grumpy Cat and her owners made appearances on TV shows, wrote several books, and garnered a huge following who loved her frowning facial expression.
Here's how Grumpy Cat first rose to fame, and all that she accomplished during her career: